Washington CommandersMartin Mayhew, general manager of the team, acknowledged Wednesday that the franchise is searching for a quarterback.
Mayhew stated that he felt that he had effectively surveyed the league, as he told reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. “We have spoken to all clubs that might have a quarterback available,” Mayhew said.
They’ve also inquired about the quarterbacks. Russell Wilson Aaron RodgersAmong other things. Both possible remain longshotsWashington would be forced to consider other options if Washington is to be traded.
Ron Rivera, Washington coach, said Tuesday that he checks into every word he hears. “We have to do what we can. We’ve got to do our due diligence.”
Rivera stated that they have four options: signing up for a free agent, trading for someone else, drafting someone, or staying with Rivera Taylor Heinicke.
Mayhew stated that Heinicke was “the ultimate competitor”, and they’re working to improve. Since the 1991 Super Bowl, 32 quarterbacks have been started by the franchise; in the three previous seasons, eight have been started.
ESPN was told by a source that the Commanders had assembled a lengthy list of 40 quarterbacks to discuss or investigate. This included those who were in college.
Mayhew said, “There aren’t three dozen upgrades for what we have.” We have many options and we are trying to sort that out now.
The San Francisco 49ersIt has been made public that Jimmy GaroppoloTrades are available. Washington also plans to strongly consider the free market for agents where they can sign Mitchell TrubiskyOr Teddy BridgewaterYou could pair them with a third- or fourth-round quarterback.
Rivera stated that finding a franchise quarterback is difficult. “I was very lucky in Carolina. We found our franchise quarterback [Cam Newton]Right away. We drafted him. … It makes life easier when you have that guy. “Having that guy is a burden.
Washington tried to trade Matthew StaffordLast offseason, offered a first-round and third-round selection to the Detroit LionsInstead, he dealt him to the Los Angeles RamsTwo first-round picks, one third-round selection, and a quarterback Jared Goff.
“If you don’t have a franchise quarterback you must have urgency.” [finding one]Mayhew said that every year. “We were very serious about it last. Matthew was not given a fair fight last year. I’ll let it be. We did everything possible to find the right guy.
General Manager Lions Brad HolmesHe had been with the Rams for the eight previous seasons.
Washington made it clear last offseason it didn’t want to mortgage its future. It considered trading up in the draft last spring because of this. Justin FieldsHowever, we felt that the price was too high.
Rivera however has expressed confidence with the roster’s current state, and he wants to be more aggressive.
“Does anyone really care about what Matthew Stafford was given in trade last year?” No,” Rivera said.
Mayhew stated that there doesn’t seem like a consensus No. This year’s rookie class had only one quarterback. He added that they are looking at who might be available next year.
Mayhew stated that “This year’s quarterback class is of high quality.” “As of now, I believe there may be some separation here in the combine. Some of this could happen. However, we are also aware of the options available for next year. It is something we are trying to resolve as soon as possible. That’s our main focus.
Rivera and Mayhew spoke about the importance and value of offseason interviews for potential draft picks. This is to assess their football intelligence, as well their maturity level. Rivera believes that they will find someone who is both pure passer and athletic in an ideal world.
“If you can find someone who can do both,” he stated, “you are very fortunate.”